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Beverage manufacturing businesses on the rise
According to data compiled by Swinton Business in its Industry Trends Report, the UK beverage manufacturing industry has seen substantial growth, with the overall number of registered businesses almost doubling in just seven years.
Brexit uncertainty takes its toll on UK food and drink industry
According to new research published by accountancy and business advisory firm BDO LLP, UK food and drink manufacturers are feeling the pinch of Brexit uncertainty but are striding ahead with investment plans to boost productivity, automation and new product development.
Trek is raisin the bar with new launch
Natural Balance Foods is set to unveil its latest Trek Protein Flapjack flavour, Trek Cocoa Raisin.
Westons publishes third annual cider report
Westons Cider has launched its third annual Cider Report ahead of the 2018 summer cider season, revealing a series of new opportunities for drinks retailers across both the UK’s on and off trade.
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Q-Tex Film
Terinex, the market leading food and ovenable packaging solutions supplier and manufacturer with over 50 years of experience has an exciting new product to bring to market.
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What’s new in retail?
It has been a big week for retail news, with the proposed Sainsbury’s/Asda merger getting a lot of attention.
‘Webrooming’ shapes consumer food purchasing decisions
Recent research carried out by Ingredion has revealed that the food industry can no longer afford to ignore the influence of technology on consumer buying habits as ‘webrooming’ becomes widespread.
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Creative strategy is key in snacks segment
Snacking is central to the strategy of many food companies, with explosive growth in the number of new snacks launched between 2010 and 2017.
Edinburgh Gin unveils premium RTD cans
Edinburgh Gin has launched ready-to-drink (RTD) formats in slimline cans (250ml).
On-the-go consumers drive snack sales across Europe
According to data and technology specialist IRI, demand for convenience and food and drink ‘on-the-go’ is helping to drive sales of snacking products, particularly crisps and salty snacks, across Europe.
Demand for British booze bubbles over
Appetite for British food and drink from overseas continues to strengthen with alcohol at the top of the menu, according to research conducted by supply chain and data standards organisation GS1 UK.
Nestlé brings Ruby chocolate KitKat to the UK
Nestlé UK has revealed that chocolate fanatics across the UK will be the first in Europe to get their hands on a four finger KitKat made with Ruby chocolate.
Belgian chefs and chocolatiers first in Europe to access ruby chocolate
Artisan pastry chefs and chocolatiers in Belgium will be among the first in the world to experience the latest ruby variety of chocolate, with a new launch from Barry Callebaut.
Sales figures for Fairtrade continue to increase
UK shoppers continue to show their support for Fairtrade, with new independent sales figures revealing that retail sales for Fairtrade grew by 7% in 2017, alongside increased business engagement.